Mar. 15, 2013

Barrick Goldís Ruby Hill mine is in Eureka County. Gold is selling for about $1,600 per ounce. (Photo provided by Deon Reynolds)

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The claim is often made that Nevadaís mining industry isnít paying enough in taxes.

Toward that end, a bill before the Legislature called Senate Joint Resolution 15 is up for debate again. It would remove from the stateís constitution a provision creating a separate tax on mining.

This week in Mark Robison's Reno Rebirth article, find out about the law that would remove the mining industry tax in the state constitution and allow a higher rate. Plus, a link to to tell Nevada legislators which way you think they should vote, and a poll: Do you think the mining industry pays its fair share of taxes? Read more here.